Knowledge Support for PEARL Programme under JNNURM

The main objectives are:i. Operationalise the network by developing and installing processes/mechanisms to make PEARL an effective horizontal learning network whereby the member cities share & use knowledge for project implementation, urban reforms and city governance.ii. Assess knowledge needs of the network and fill the knowledge gaps by (a) accessing new global knowledge products; and, (b) developing customized knowledge products through research and action projects.iii. Build capacities of the cities to use new knowledge to implement infrastructure projects and urban reforms.iv. Plug PEARL into other city/knowledge sharing networks (both national and international) such as network of African cities, UCLGA, League of Cities in Philippines, CA supported networks, among others. Develop PEARL into a platform for debates led by the cities on issues relating to policies and programmes to improve quality of life in the urban centers. PEARL is envisioned to provide a collective voice to cities for negotiating programmatic support from higher tiers of government.